Women and girls

According to some estimates, women represent 70 percent of the world’s poor. Oxfam helps women and girls overcome gender discrimination, realize their potential, and assume leadership roles in their communities.

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Women build a climate nest egg

The effects of the climate crisis in the Solomon Islands are acute, but savings groups can buffer the impact.

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All work and no pay

Women perform the bulk of unpaid domestic and care work, which adds trillions to the global economy. But they aren't seeing any of the benefits.

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A journey for justice in Central America

How Oxfam’s Sisters on the Planet ambassadors are elevating the voices of people from the region to change US policy and deepen understanding of the migrant experience.

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